Saint Germain Bakery at Ponce City Market

Saint Germain is absolutely beautiful—everything from the pastries to the interior aesthetic is picture-perfect. It feels like the kind of place where you’d want to treat yourself to something sweet and special. I was really excited to visit and try a treat, and visually, the display did not disappoint. However, the customer service fell short. Unfortunately, we weren’t greeted when we walked in, and there was no warm or welcoming vibe from the staff. It made the experience feel a bit cold, which took away from the charm of the space. I’d love to return and give it another try, hopefully with a more inviting experience next time.

The staff was professional and knowledgeable and friendly. It is a must place to visit. The pastries are beautiful and a work of art. It such a shame to eat them, but they taste amazing. This will be a place where I will be getting my desserts for special occasions to impress my friends, or I want something special for myself.

I went at 10 in the morning they just say it's not open yet and close the gate. I just went to get a donut and come back and finally they are open but the guy just kept putting the pretty pastry in the fridge and the lady just kept touching the coffee machine and not even asking what I want to order. I see fly on the one cookie outside and I waited like 3 minutes and still no one come take the order so I left.

Such a wonderful bakery located in the Ponce City Market that sells amazing baked pastries and treats! The staff is very kind and welcoming, 10/10

Saint Germain Bakery at Ponce City Market is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the gorgeous display of pastries and desserts stole the show. First, let’s talk about the macarons. They’re absolutely stunning — vibrant colors, perfectly shaped, and incredibly tempting. We couldn’t resist snapping a picture! The selection includes a rainbow of flavors, each macaron carefully crafted with a delicate shell and creamy, flavorful filling. The red, orange, green, and blue ones looked like edible works of art. Then there’s the tart selection — a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! We were blown away by the variety of beautifully golden tarts: Blueberry Almond Tart, Pear Almond Tart, and Apple Almond Tart, all meticulously prepared and perfectly glazed. The Almond Raspberry Tart with fresh raspberries on top caught our attention and delivered on flavor. To top it off, we enjoyed two double-shot espressos, which were rich, bold, and the perfect companion to our pastries. The coffee was expertly brewed, hitting that sweet spot between smoothness and intensity. If you’re looking for a bakery that delivers both exceptional quality and presentation, Saint Germain Bakery is the place to go. Whether it’s macarons, tarts, or a perfectly brewed espresso, you won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in Ponce City Market — this spot is worth every calorie!

Omg I Ordered 6 Different Mousse Pastries and they all were so good. 10 Outta 10 hands down Love this place. Can’t wait to go back!

These pastries were beautiful very detailed and taste of the finest of ingredients. They are priced very priced but this is an experience that just can't be beat. The caramel log had a lot of stuff in it that didn't agree with my stomach, but oh well it was worth it. The staff was so kind and patient I really liked them both and everything was so neat and in place. I recommend all the upper echelon humans to stop by and try these😍

Very artistic desserts and baked goods. They look beautiful. We ordered a few desserts and even though they tasted delicious and the textures were good, all the expected (and listed) flavours/ingredients weren't there. The lemon dessert tasted like pure lemon, and the Celeste tasted like pastry cream, no fig to be found. For the price of each dessert the flavors need to be spot on. As I said they tasted great and the presentation is wonderful, just not the quality we were expecting for the price and look.

The food is amazing! I'm from Augusta, so whenever I go to ATL, I always stop by for the macrons. The flavors are so amazing, the workers are so sweet and they really add to the atmosphere of Saint Germain, it's really nice all around.

I digged this place. It's small and located in the Ponce City Market but its colors, its vibe, its music, its people who were exuding light and energy, They sell a variety of goodies from macaroons to pastries to coffee to mugs and other cute souvenirs. Their selection (aka flavors) of macaroons beat any other place I've ever visited. And of course the more you buy the more you save. I walked away with a pastry which was divine and a dozen macaroons that I shared with my colleagues. The Oreo macaroon was the favorite of my colleagues. I checked in on Yelp and got a 10 percent discount which saved me five dollars. So I ended up spending 45 after my discount. Cool spot. Check it out!

Social media hype, in my opinion. My daughter wanted to try this place while we were visiting Atlanta. It's definitely on the pricey side, and while some of the flavors were decent -- the lemon and mango had a nice compote filling and tasted pretty good -- the strawberry was disappointing. It was chewy, rubbery, and lacked both flavor and sweetness. Glad we tried it once, but probably wouldn't go back.

The macarons are so flavorful and yummy. I got the salted caramel macaron and the lavender macaron. The salted caramel macaron tasted sweet and somewhat like peanut butter. The lavender macaron tasted like what you would imagine lavender essential oil to taste like but delicious. The service was quick and nice. The ambiance was so fun! There were so many colorful and interesting pieces in the restaurant! Loved it! I will be returning! (:

I'd probably give a 4.5!! The pastries were very tasty and had good flavor of what they were supposed to be. The service was good too nice guy. The cakes are good but just a little pricey. The place is inside like a food plaza it's pretty cool.

Walking around Ponce City Market, a very attractive case of pastries beckoned me closer and I had to swoop in for a closer glimpse. The pastries and petit-fours glistened with vibrant colors, piped cream and mouse cakes looked fluffy and soft, the tarts with their shiny glazes looked mouth-watering. Some had cheeky names : The Peach, Flower Pot, Dino Egg. All in all an impressive collection. I tried the Autumn, which was dark chocolate glaze over chocolate cake and a light chocolate mousse. Delectable! All the textures were right. The only thing is that the sign mentioned dark chocolate, pistachio, orange and cranberry. Maaaaaybe you could argue there was a little pistachio flavor but I did not taste any orange or cranberry. I think maybe keep the descriptions simpler to exceed customer expectations. They also serve some savory items (sandwiches, quiches), coffee, teas, and chilled drinks, macarons, and an assortment of chocolates/bonbons. Prices are on the higher side though in a normal realm for this style and quality of baked goods. I'd be excited to come back and try some other items!

Got to try the almond chocolate croissant & fruit eclair. Great service as the two people working on Saturday morning were super friendly and helped me make a decision when I was indecisive. The chocolate almond croissant was sooo good, best of both worlds!! Flaky, good pastry to filling ratio, left me wanting more. Not too sweet. The fruit eclair on the other hand was ok for us - creme pat & fresh fruit inside were refreshing and tasty but the choux was a bit firm on top since there was no ganache. It kind of hurt the roof of my mouth when biting into it. Sharp edges from the choux retaining shape after piping. Would def still return to try other items!

We saw all the beautiful colors in the glass cases while walking by and had to stop for a sweet treat. As much as I would like to give the baked goods a high rating, we struggle to give anything more than 3 stars. My husband tried the key lime tart- which looked great. The flavor of the filling was spot on, BUT something about it was off overall. The crust of the tart was tasting stale and dry. Almost as if it had been sitting out for too long. I'm sure it would have been better if it were fresh. My parents and I all shared a variety of macrons. We love a good macron but these are also hard to give good ratings to when you try multiple flavors and they all come out extremely chewy or cracking dry with no in between perfection. The flavor was good and I really enjoyed the scent of the lavender macron, but again, these missed the mark. Overall, the service was good and the ambiance of Ponce City Market is one to enjoy. Not sure what was happening with the treats today, but we left disappointed with our deserts.

Two stars for the excellent coffee (Americano) and the excellent service. The canelés were a serious letdown. There was no carmelization on the exterior. It tasted like a moist sponge cake. Ugh. Someone at the helm of this cafe' needs to spend some time in Paris. The cheese danish was not up to par either. The filling was alright but the danish was not fresh at all. It tasted like bland airplane pastry. None of the pastries is made on site - always a red flag. Service is prompt and pleasant.

I've been here several times and they have never failed me. The food tastes so yummy. I had a macaroon and it was very sweet and fluffy. I got the salted caramel and it kind of tasted like peanut butter.

I asked for a price clarification on the items I was buying as I got rung up here and the cashier was incredibly rude in their response. Stating that they "made the sign as clear as possible and the price I was referencing was for a different set of goods." Sounded like she had gotten this question before with how quickly I was snapped at. Maybe make clearer signs or don't put this person at the cash register. Not a good look, it was a pretty innocent question. Woof.

The staff was incredibly nice, and my late was good but when they went to grab my pastry from the glass container, there were tons of fruit flies inside. At least 20 or so, and they acted like that wasn't very surprising and happens often. I was surprised they didn't offer me a different item right away but they were nice enough to let me pick something different when I asked. Unfortunately the croissant I got instead was very stale.

The tropical and flower bomb desserts were not only so aesthetically pleasing - they were also delicious! Very creamy and full of flavor. Will come back to try to eclairs soon!

Sundays bottomless brunch for $20... keep that in mind and immediately go because of the sandwiches? Great. Croissants? Great. Macrons? Great. Customer service is amazing and the vibes are so peaceful.

I had the standard 6 pack assortment of macarons and they were divine! I wanted to get particular flavors and the server was very kind and accommodating to make sure I got the flavors I wanted. Hear me, I'm a macaron snob-- and I was reallllyyyy hoping these would be a delicious go to for me when I'm in Atlanta. It really is the cutest bakery. It's very clean and has a nice assortment of sweet treats. I'll definitely be back!

We had fabulous French pastries and macarons at this clean and friendly French bakery! Cynthia and Emma provided excellent helpful service, including great advice on macaron flavors. Plus, I got a tasty double espresso! Life is good with French pastries and espresso! I went back for more!

The service was not that memorable. There were several staff members there, and only one of them greeted us. The lady that took our order, didn't even smile once. We sat down at one of the outdoor tables while our drinks were being made, and they never came out to say our drinks were ready. The pastries and iced coffee were fantastic! It is expensive for one pastry, but it is totally worth it and the area located in has plenty of outdoor seating...which is great for people watching!

A nice 1.5 mile walk from my home to grab a pastry or breakfast. The food is perfection and tastes like love . We were here earlier this year and sat outside . We had to go back in to the restaurant a few times to ask for our coffee , to go box. That was a bit frustrating . I'll order to go in the future because the food is worth it . Oh ! We noticed Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin dining behind us on the patio .

Check in Yelp before ordering there is a 10% coupon, I missed that. This place is mid. I got the creme brûlée and tart which I love both crème brûlée and tarts. So I was excited. It was ok and small disappointment the top looked crunchy but had no crunch. Was it terrible.... No it just wasn't phenomenal

The dark chocolate done is great! Intense chocolate flavor and not so sweet. I would highly recommend if you don't like too sweet cakes.

For some reason this was one of the worst locations I've gone to. The coffee was burnt. The desserts for some reason felt off at this location. Bought a bunch of desserts from here and none of them tasted good and I was like never again. But then stumbled upon the st Germains at the other locations and I love the desserts there. Weird since i assume they have the same pastry chefs

Wasn't too impressed by the other prices pastries. Paid about $20 for two small pastries and was excited to try them but the taste was either underwhelming or overwhelming.

Really enjoyed the coffee here! I just got two expresso shots and it was so good! I also enjoyed the tiramisu and macarons! This bakery is in a really good location and you can just walk there if you're in the area. The two young ladies gave me wonderful service. The seating areas gave a French vibe, super cute!

ORIGIN: Saint Germain French Cafe and Bakery opened at the Ponce City Market in 2016, and with its success has since expanded to four other Atlanta locations. The cafe and bakery is owned by a couple, Heather and Mathieu Jourdan-Gassin. Heather is from neighboring Decatur, while Mathieu is from southern France. Prior to opening the cafe, Mathieu brings decades of experience working in French restaurants in the Atlanta area, while Heather brings Southern hospitality. CONCEPT: Saint Germaine French Cafe and Bakery brings a taste of France to Atlanta, serving difficult to access traditional French pastries and macarons. Tea, coffee, beer, and wine, as well as sandwiches and quiches are also served. EXPERIENCE: The shop in Ponce City market is packed with French baked goods, including a colorful case of macarons and pastries. Entering the shop is like stepping into a jewelry box -- but one in which the gems are edible and a delightful sweet aroma permeates the air. As a result of the abundance of riches, it can be difficult to choose from the display, which also includes traditional eclairs, tarts, croissants, chocolates, and cakes. Following the advice of the shop keeper as to which of the vibrantly colored, artfully shaped pastries are both popular and not too sweet, the Paris Brest and Lemon Cube were recommended. At check out I eyed a platter of Caneles and asked to add one to the bag. Caneles are easy choices to take out. These rum-infused mini cakes pair well with coffee or wine. I was so glad to have tried one, but sorry I did not collect more to bring home as they transport easily. The Lemon Cube is artful in appearance and is composed of an intriguing combination of lemon meringue mouse, basil, and peaches. The Paris Brest, my favorite, appears to be a nod to the traditional pastry of the same name (Paris-Brest being the path of a famous bicycle race), and potentially a coy play on on an English homonym. Here it is reimagined and reshaped in .... dare I say... a form evocative of a Parisian's bosom, much like the Sicilian pastry intended to do bring to mind the same (Minne di'Sant Agatha). A blush-colored dome encases hazelnut, praline, and chocolate ganache. TIPS: Check in on Yelp to get a 10% discount on your first visit. Arrive early to get to both see and choose from a full display case -- a confectionery rainbow! The items are baked fresh and are not replaced as the day progresses. The vibrantly colored, artfully shaped pastries appear to hold up well to a day of refrigeration, so consider picking up another to enjoy the following day. Check out the list of other locations on their website.

This bakery was just the cutest located inside the ponce market , it's definitely a staples for amazing dressers. All the desserts look amazing, they were delicious and super interesting and with all the cute designs. Everything seems to sell fairly quick on Saturday morning , so by the afternoon most of it will be gone.

This is really good bakery but pretty expensive. We got the opera cake. Recommended if you like chocolates. It's delicious but costs 8 bucks for a tiny slice. And it comes in like pink donut box, come on. We also got the cigar looking chocolate in a test tube thing. It's 5 bucks each so it doesn't break the bank, and it makes a good gift. Looks fancy. Our uber driver loves to come here with her daughter and get the macarons. They're pretty.

Delicious!!! My husband and I passed by the case and had to stop and try something! We tasted the tiramisu; it was AMAZING! Not too sweet, silky texture, delicious. We were so excited to try it that u forgot to get a picture! The staff were very welcoming and excited to help. Pro tip: you can't go wrong here, come with an appetite because you'll want to try everything!

Pretty neat location. But the parking arrangements are bad. First 30 are free if you can find a spot for it. Anything will cost $4 or more. They have a lot of desserts available. I came to try their napoleon for someone's birthday which was tasty, but not for me. I'm not a fan of this dessert because it's difficult to eat. It's not a problem on the bakery side, from my understanding, it's how that desert is meant to be. Again, just my opinion and it's not for me. I got a fruit tart and that was super yummy. I will go back for that and maybe another of their cakes to try. However, the staff was friendly and hyper vigilant on making sure their front display was full of their desserts. Once they sell something, are refilling the empty space as fast as possible. At the time I went, they had some wedding thing going on, so it was packed and I could not get a seat. However the location is sort of like a food hall and had places outside to sit which looked dog friendly.

I purchased one of those tall round breads that is sliced horizontally with cream filling, for a bit over $7. Four of us tried sections of it and none of us thought it was particularly good. The bread itself was surprisingly dry and lacking in flavor. The cream filling also would have benefited from something to add flavor.

Carrot Cake. The cake was not moist @ all. Very dry & brittle. Maybe it was a cake from a couple days ago=*{ Tiramisu. The cream was slightly cool but the cake wasn't moist... again, these two pieces were not fresh. I will not be ordering from this place again. I waited for 1.5Hrs for a great disappointment. Seeet tooth not satisfied @ all=*{

Really cool bakery options! Not exactly the place for a meal but rather for dessert after a meal or to satisfy a random sweet tooth. I got a box of 6 macaroons of which he coffee and salted caramel were my favorite! Would like to go back to try more flavors! You also get 10% off for checking in btw!!

I stopped by this shop on a whim and the selection of pastries was a bit overwhelming at first (in a good way) so I settled for some Artisanal chocolates. I didn't know what to expect so I just got a few and it was amazing!! You can tell each filling was masterfully crafted. Fresh and flavorful. I can't wait to go back! I had planned to order some chocolate truffles online but will definitely be opting for these instead.

As always French desserts look so amazing, and it's no different here at Saint Germain French Cafe n Bakery. You have so many desserts to choose from, such as macaroons, danishes, and tarts just to name a few. There's even specialty coffees and teas you can enjoy.

Overpriced and underwhelming. The sandwich was pricey and just a "ham and cheese". The wait was long because only two people were working.

I have only tried one item from them but it was so good!!! I highly recommend this place whenever you check out Ponce City Market. The peach tart that I tried had the balance between sweetness and creamy. I'm only visiting so I couldn't buy more to go but I would have if I lived in Atlanta!

Terrific French pastries! I have never had anything bad from here. Always a favorite stop when I am at Ponce City Market.

If you're close to the Interlock and have a sweet tooth, stop at Saint Germain Bakery. This a charming French inspired bakery/cafe opened Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. There is plenty of seating inside as well as outside on the patio, the chairs are very comfortable. There are so many beautiful pastries to select from, I had trouble deciding so purchased two. One to eat at the cafe and one for another day. The employees are pretty nice and helpful, a really warm welcome. They also know their products, if you have questions or need help deciding, just ask. I ordered: Chai with Oat milk $6.75 Dome Brest Paris $6.75 Hazelnut salted caramel $6.25 Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere, service and the pastry. I look forward to visiting again.

My husband and I were leaving Drawbar and saw this cute French cafe. We walked up and asked the waiter some questions about the variety of desserts. We had both never tried a macaron so we knew we wanted to get some of those. We opted for the crème brûlée and salted caramel macaron. Both were absolutely delicious. We also got the carrot cake and it was yummy. We definitely plan to go back and try more desserts in the future.

The pastries were fine, but their customer service was just incredible. My mom and I were flying out in a few hours, so we wanted to grab a couple treats for loved ones back home. They were so helpful in supporting us pick out some treats, making sure that they were wrapped nicely. Everything was beautiful, and tasted fine, but I definitely want to come back to try one of their famous eclairs.

I always make sure to stop by here on my ATL visits. They have good macarons. Today I decided to try the hazelnut tart which was really good. Not too much to say about the place as it's in Ponce city market and it's more of a grab and go place.

I have always been curious about Saint Germain in Ponce City Market but only recently took the plunge to try some of the picture perfect desserts. We decided to try the super instaworthy peach tart and the pear & almond tart. The peach tart was definitely more about the look than the taste.... But I would probably still get it again anyway LOL. I may try some of the different tarts first before making my way back to the peach, though. I LOVED the pear & almond tart, though... because I don't see how you can ever go wrong with almond in any dessert. I saw Saint Germain recently opened a location nearby at the Interlock, which I will also have to checkout sometime soon!

We were craving a pastry to go with the drinks we got from Spiller Park so while waiting for our order, I picked up some pastries from Saint Germain. They have glass cases of the most beautiful desserts and pastries. I couldn't decide if I wanted a sweet or savory pastry so I got both - ham and cheese croissant and apricot croissant. The ham and cheese croissant had a nice piece of ham with the best crusty cheese on top. The apricot croissant had the best pastry cream to accentuate the tartness of the apricot.

Small French bakery with teas, coffees, cakes, and lots of tarts and mousse desserts. I got one lemon shaped mousse and one blueberry pistachio mousse for about $8 each. Despite being coated in white chocolate, the lemon was insanely sour. The blueberry pistachio was much better and consisted of a gentle blueberry gel and chocolate cake filling surrounded by pistachio mousse. Considering that both were very small desserts, I do think it is overpriced.

A quick visit: Stopped in around close jus to try a few pastries thatd i'd seen for many months passing through PCM. Got the almond tart and some other tart just to take home something quick but sweet---- I thought COVID had hit me again. They were so tasteless, bland, no sweetness, nothing to balance out the little sweetness that there was. I was expecting soft, sweet, a little salty to balance but they were awful. I'll eat damn near anything and still enjoy it, but I did not take another bite out of those $8 pastries. I'd give it another try with a diff pastry but... IDK, try it but don't get those lol

Offering some of the best and most beautiful French patisserie in the city, Saint Germain is a gem located right in the middle of Ponce City Market. We stopped by for a quick breakfast on the go on a Sunday morning, and went with the best flaky and gooey cinnamon roll in town. However, I couldn't resist the stunning array of patisserie in the case, all resembling fresh, lacquered fruit. I settled on a small cake that looked exactly like a fresh and delicate yellow pear. It was a work of art and almost too beautiful to eat. Perfect for a special occasion or just a simple weekend treat, Saint Germain warrants a second visit

Four years after I ranted in one of my reviews about why people can't distinguish the difference between a macaron and a macaroon, looks like nothing much has changed. People continued to call a macaron a macaroon. I can hear a macaron crying :( Let's try again here. Macaron - a French meringue based confection filled with butter cream, ganache or jam sandwiched between two cookies, characterized by smooth domed top, ruffled edge and a flat base. Macaroon - a type of small circular cake originated from Italy which usually has coconut as one of the ingredients; crispy on the outside and chewy in the inside. Now let's go back to my review of Saint Germain bakery at Ponce City Market. Today was not my first time buying pastries from here. Specially made a trip over there just to order a birthday cake. I wish the bakery has a website for customers to place orders for their pastries. Upon stepping foot in the 400 (?) sq feet store, a bespectacled lady behind the counter saw me and gave me a big smile. The bakery is located at the Ponce City food hall and the entire place (food hall) was noisy. She tried to ask me how she could help and I tried to speak as loud as possible (behind a double mask, remember we are still in the midst of a pandemic?) and it was hard :( She came out from behind the counter and I told her I just wanted a small cake. She pointed out a few cakes they could make for me. I also told her about my "no nuts" requirement on the birthday cake. I would not want any chocolate cake too; in recent times too much chocolate has posed a problem for my eczema. The next thing we knew, the fire alarm for the entire building went off :( We followed everyone out of the building and we continued to chat. Turned out the lady named Heather owned the bakery with her husband. She was super nice, friendly and down to earth. I was thrilled when Heather told me they are going to have a website soon. Yay!!! Saint Germain is opening their second location at The Interlock (west midtown) in late April. What got me even more excited was when Heather told me they would open their 3rd location in Buckhead later the year!! Yay Yay Yay!!! Finally buckhead is going to have a bakery I would want to go. For the longest time, Atlanta lacks of a bakery offering quintessential pastries and baked goods. My favorite at Saint Germain bakery would always be the éclairs, particularly the chocolate éclairs. When I visited the bakery in the past, I only managed to pick up the éclairs (cos they were all calling for me), meringues and canelés. Today I picked up an extra - the Bumblebee which was a Easter special. The bumblebee consists of honey mousse and lemon cream. The pastry was exquisitely made. In one of my reviews in the past, I mentioned I should make friends with lots of French pastry chefs. Yep, my sentiment still remained the same but had no success. Before the end of the night, one bumblebee and one éclair were gone. Only one éclair left in the fridge. The location at Ponce City Market is a nightmare for me. I do not like to valet. I really do not like people to drive my car. And that's on PERIOD!! What about self-park? Oh my, the parking spots in the garage are so tight. That's the reason why I steer away from visiting Ponce City Market. Too much stress for me. For now, I am going to patiently wait for the pâtisserie to open in buckhead :D PS. Will post a picture of the birthday cake I ordered when I collect it next week.

Looks good but taste... bot so much... The "Vanilla Honey Peach" was okay, but the "Canelé" was disappointing. The canelé was soggy and squishy.

Trying but severely lacking the authentic French pastry experience. The lemon tart tasted more like acid than lemons, and I had to throw my mostly uneaten eclair in the trash because it tasted bad. Would consider upping my the rating to 3 stars if they lowered their prices to match the quality of the dessert, but this place is FAR from being a go-to bakery.

Pleasant staff who were eager to help with a selection. Nice variety. The napoleon was well made and really sweet with quality cream.